IDD System Redesign Coalition Listening Session in Gages Lake

Thursday, February 19, 2026, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

An in-person listening session for individuals, families and professionals to help shape the future of services in Illinois for people with medical complexity and intellectual...

Webinar Series on Transition to Adulthood – “Medicaid Home and Community-Based Waiver Services”

Friday, February 20, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

A free, four-part webinar series for families and educators providing practical tools and resources for strengthening transition planning for youth with disabilities in Illinois Join...

Sibshops for Siblings of Children with Disabilities in Elgin

Saturday, February 21, 2026, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

A free opportunity for siblings of children with disabilities to make friends and spend time with peers in a recreational setting Join the Northern Illinois...

Red Kite Storyhoppers-Session 2/Winter 2026 for Children on the Autism Spectrum and a Caregiver in Chicago

Sunday, February 22, 2026, 10:30 am - 11:15 am

Fun, interactive creative drama class for youth on the autism spectrum ages 4 to 7 and a participating grown-up The Chicago Children’s Theatre will host...

In-Person Lunch Event in Naperville for Adult Siblings of Individuals With Disabilities

Sunday, February 22, 2026, 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

A relaxing lunch where adults with a brother or sister with disabilities can share experiences and build connections The Siblings of Illinois Brothers and Sisters...

Virtual – “You Are Not Alone: Virtual Grief Circle”

Sunday, February 22, 2026, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

A free opportunity for siblings who have lost a brother or sister with a disability to connect, grieve and support each other Join Siblings of...

Webinar – “Charting the Course to Employment Success With Family Supports and Cross-System Partnerships”

Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

A free webinar providing tools to help families and individuals remove barriers to achieving meaningful employment outcomes for people with disabilities across the lifespan Join...

Virtual – Family Support Group from The Arc of Illinois

Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Free virtual support group for families and caregivers of loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities Join The Arc of Illinois' virtual Family Support Group...

Inclusive Cooking Class for Individuals Ages 8 and Older in Springfield

Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Learn to cook with this hands-on, inclusive cooking class for individuals of all abilities! The Springfield Park District Special Recreation will host six inclusive cooking...

2026 GoBabyGo Custom, Electric Ride-On Car Workshop for Illinois Children in Winnetka and Northfield

Thursday, February 26, 2026, All Day

Young children in Illinois with spina bifida and/or mobility deficits are eligible to receive a free custom electric ride-on car The Illinois Spina Bifida Association...